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X-Ray Analysis

X-Ray analysis has proven to be very informative when run in combination with scanning electron microscopy (why?). For this reason, PVD Products offers such analysis in conjunction with SEM services.

X-Ray Analytical Equipment and Software

  • Noran System Six with Light Element Detector
  • Resolution of 128.0ev at Mn FWHM
  • Element detection to 0.3% weight mass
  • Instant qualitative and quantitative data generation
  • "Point and Shoot" capabilities — grab images and perform analysis in one step
  • Spectral Imaging — X-Ray data stored for every pixel for easy analysis of large areas
  • Analog and rapid digital X-Ray mapping
  • All data and spectra easily exported to standard formats

SEM micrograph of the contaminated wafer

EDS spectrum of contamination on a wafer